Washington Rallying the Troops at Monmouth by Emanuel Leutze, c. 1853
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Washington Rallying the Troops at Monmouth by Emanuel Leutze, c. 1853
Map courtesy of the Department of History,
United States Military Academy
Washington’s ultimate success as the American commander in chief, however, never stemmed from his military abilities. He was never a traditional military hero. He had no smashing, stunning victories, and his tactical and strategic maneuvers were never the sort that awed men. Instead, it was his character and political talent and judgement that mattered most. His stoicism, dignity, and perseverance in the face of seemingly impossible odds came to symbolize the entire Revolutionary cause.